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Isabel Butler

 
9781330392010: Tales From the Old French (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Discover the range and history of Old French short tales in this revealing edition.



The book surveys the three medieval tale types—lays, fabliaux, and contes devots—and shows how they reflect the beliefs, daily life, and culture of medieval France. It traces their origins, how they were transmitted, and the ways editors and translators have approached them across generations. You’ll see how these stories move from verse to prose and how they shaped later literature, including the first steps toward the modern French short story.



Readers will encounter notes on manuscript transmission, translation choices, and the distinguishable differences between tale types. The introduction discusses the role of minstrels and religious storytelling, and it situates these works within a broader literary and cultural landscape of the period. It also considers how later editors and scholars have made these tales accessible to English readers, while acknowledging the challenges of textual variation.




  • Clarifies the boundaries and overlaps between lais, fabliaux, and contes devots.

  • Explains the historical context, transmission, and editorial choices.

  • Offers insight into how these tales influenced later French and European literature.



Ideal for readers of medieval literature, folklore, and short fiction, as well as students looking for a clear view of the Old French storytelling tradition.

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